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Sexual Assault Survivor's Fear and Loss of Trust
15 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Attacker jailed for two years for sexual assault.
- Victim lost faith in humanity and lives in fear.
- Assault occurred after victim collapsed on night out.
A woman has shared the devastating impact of a sexual assault, stating her attacker destroyed her faith in humanity and instilled a persistent fear for her future. The assault occurred on 28 July when the woman collapsed after a night out in Gloucester. Abdulla Ali, 26, was seen on CCTV approaching her and leading her away from her intended route home.
While the woman was out of CCTV view, she collapsed, and Ali was observed crouching over her. He left briefly but returned and led her away a second time. She awoke at home with no memory of the event but questioned the morality of her attacker taking advantage of her vulnerable state.
Ali pleaded guilty to sexual assault and was sentenced to two years in custody. He will also be required to register as a sex offender for the next ten years, a consequence of his actions that have profoundly affected the victim's sense of safety and trust.
